Keynote-Speaker

If you think there isn't much to tell about Klingon, you're very much mistaken. This language, which is called the most widely used language of its kind according to the Guinness Book of Records, offers a variety of multi-faceted topics. Depending on the topic, the presentation can last anywhere from 10 minutes (short keynote) to several hours. If desired, the Klingon expert will be happy to interact with the audience. Everyone should learn a few words of Klingon, because it creates a good atmosphere when you greet your colleagues in the next meeting with a friendly nuqneH - pronounced "nuck-näch" -.

surprisingly versatile

If you think there isn't much to tell about Klingon, you're very much mistaken. This language, which is called the most widely used language of its kind according to the Guinness Book of Records, offers a variety of multi-faceted topics. Depending on the topic, the presentation can last anywhere from 10 minutes (short keynote) to several hours. If desired, the Klingon expert will be happy to interact with the audience. Everyone should learn a few words of Klingon, because it creates a good atmosphere when you greet your colleagues in the next meeting with a friendly nuqneH - pronounced "nuck-näch" -.

Some topics

Origins of the Klingon language

In a detailed journey through time, Lieven L. Litaer takes you through the background and origins of this language. This lecture is not only suitable for Trekkies, but also inspires Star Trek “beginners”.

Klingon on television

You'll be surprised at how often Klingon is spoken in series and movies. Lieven L. Litaer uses examples to show where the Klingon language is used and what effect filmmakers achieve with the use of this artificial language.

Klingon in music

There are now various media-effective pieces of music and operas that were sung in Klingon. Some became viral hits on the Internet. Klingon expert Lieven L. Litaer knows the background to this and is happy to share this knowledge with his viewers.

Digitaler Unterricht im Wandel der Zeit

Lieven L. Litaer is not only a speaker and author, but also the most renowned Klingon teacher in the German-speaking world. In this lecture, he uses Klingon as an example to show how teaching has developed in the digital age - from simple email via Facebook to Skype and other means.

Peinlich bis genial – Klingonisch in der Werbung

Klingon is often cleverly used in advertising to attract attention. Lieven L. Litaer shows brilliant practical examples of the use of Klingon in advertising, but also embarrassing copycats.

Do not eat carpet! Problems with automatic translation tools

Have you ever used an automated translation service? Lieven L. Litaer shows you what can go wrong in this amusing lecture with reference to the Klingon language. Starting with an excursus into the technical approach of automated translation services, the lecture ends with hair-raising negative examples. You can be excited!

Klingon in literature

In this lecture for those interested in languages, Lieven L. Litaer presents all the official books on the subject. Various Klingon translations also find their place in this lecture - including Shakespeare Hamlet, Der kleine Prinz und viele mehr.

Individual set-up for your event

Klingon is very versatile! The vocabulary covers pretty much every area of everyday life, every industry and every field of activity. We would be happy to adapt one of our lectures to your requirements. Contact us – we will advise you without obligation.

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